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DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  HAVING A GREAT CONVERSATION WITH A ROBOT                                                           Source:  Open AI A new robot powered by Open AI's ChatGPT can have real-time conversations with you.  This robot appears to be a breakthrough.  Here are some key facts: Open AI's humanoid robot can answer questions, have a lively conversation and do chores around the house It's called Figure 01 and is the result of a partnership between Open AI and Figure AI Robot created by Open AI software The robot is automated and 2-legged It can plan future actions, visualize objects and reflect on its memories Its cameras shoot its surroundings, sends the images to a large-language model trained by AI and translates it for the robot Among other things it can put away your laundry, wash your dishes and give you something to eat Figure AI has raised $675 million in investment money from Jeff Bezos, Open AI, Micros

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane NEW TECH SATELLITE CAN ZOOM ON TO A FACE                                                                                     Source:  Albedo & Stock In 2025, a "Big Brother" satellite will be launched that's capable of zooming-in on anyone, anywhere.  It is breakthrough imaging technology so advanced that it can even view and track a license plate on the back of a car.  What are the opportunities and the risks of this new innovation?  Here are a few key facts:  This new satellite with high resolution close-up imaging was created by Denver-based startup Albedo Space Corp. Thermal infrared imaging is so advanced it can zoom in on a person's face  Big opportunities for use by US military to track the enemy and national security threats; USAF & Natl. Air & Space Intelligence Center have contracts with Albedo Other uses include tracking Climate Change, infrastructure, agriculture and ma

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane DOLPHINS SIGNATURE WHISTLES ARE THEIR NAMES                                                                                Source:  Stock We know that Dolphins are remarkable animals.  Now, a Cambridge University zoologist has discovered that they give themselves names through their distinct, signature whistles.  Here are some key findings: Dolphins create for themselves as babies their own signature whistle It's their distinct tune, which serves as an audible nametag This remarkable fact has been documented by renowned Cambridge University zoologist Dr. Arik Kershenbaum He says they are the only creatures other than humans that give themselves a name - as far as we know Dr. Kershenbaum says they have crafted a way of saying "this is me" via their whistle to other dolphins He adds each whistle is different and unique; and that their ability to do so is extremely rare Dolphins are very social and i

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane NUCLEAR FUSION REACTION CREATES 2Xs THE ENERGY PUT INTO THE PROCESS                                                                                     Source:  Stock New nuclear fusion records are being set at the US National Ignition Facility, bringing the world closer to an era of plentiful green, clean energy.  Here are some facts: US scientists have been producing as output two-times the amount of energy inputted into nuclear fusion reactions They started setting records in 2022 and have been increasing those energy production milestones ever since Fusion energy works like the sun, squeezing smaller particles together into larger atoms Nuclear fusion creates more energy than the nuclear fission process in current nuclear reactors and, importantly, does not leave behind radioactive waste These fusion milestones are just being published by the US scientific team They are significant advances and give hope to

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane GENESIS EV CONCEPT FOR WINTER                                                           Source:  Genesis South Korean automaker Genesis just unveiled a stunning, new concept EV designed to provide strong performance in cold weather.  Here's what we know: Freezing temperatures are notorious for sapping battery range on EVs and slowing their recharge time Hyundai's Genesis has a new concept car with technology that could end that problem It's called Genesis X Snow Speedium Company says it provides "strength and performance" no matter the temperature New concept vehicle is part of the X series Genesis has not detailed the battery technology behind the claim Genesis does say their new technology and the car's elegant design are the future of Genesis EVs This brand-new concept is creating a great deal of interest in the automotive industry primarily because of the big EV weather issue that

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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  D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane IS YOUR DOG A GENIUS?  HERE'S HOW TO TELL                                              Source:  Brewster Kane A study conducted by scientists at Eotvos Lorand University in Hungary shows the difference between gifted and not-so-gifted dogs. Here's what we know: At the heart of the study is how well a dog can identify a toy by name Specifically how many toys it can return by name and on command Though rare, some dogs can identify a large number of toys by name On average, genius dogs know 29 toy names 50% of Gifted Word Learners (GWL) dogs (an extremely rare group - i.e 41 found in 9 countries) in the study knew the names of 100 toys before the study was over In any event, my little genius knows all of his toys by name, can retrieve them, but refuses to hand them over. DIRT POWERED FUEL CELL RUNS FOREVER                                                                                Source:  Northwester

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane MY DOG'S BEST FRIEND IS A ROBOT                                                                                                                                         Source:  Ogmen Robotics                                                   ORo Dog Companion robot is designed to smooth and entertain your dog when you're away.  Here's what we know: It provides communication, play and comfort to dogs who are left alone ORo is a smart bot nanny with AI and it's autonomous It has 2-way audio/video capability so you can interact with your dog It has a built-in treat dispenser to reward good behavior Additionally, it has an automatic food bowl release you can schedule for your dog's regular feeding time ORo can throw a ball so your dog can play fetch It can navigate your home autonomously via an advanced camera and Lidar-based mapping system to follow your pet ORo's advanced AI learning syste

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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  D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane HYUNDAI NEW e-VTOL TO DEBUT AT CES 2024                                                        Source:  Supernal Hyundai is going to highlight a new e-VTOL at CES 2024 Hyundai and its AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) partner Supernal intend to build a vertiport, which will house their e-VTOL, so people attending the CES event in Las Vegas can see the future of transportation The vertiport is a mini airport designed for e-VTOL aircraft that can be located almost anywhere in cities or rural areas The Hyundai e-VTOL has a V-shaped tail and multiple  rotors Rotors rotate 90-degrees   Hyundai's e-VTOL should be available in 2028 Hyundai's flying taxi can carry a pilot and 4 passengers In 2024, Hyundai and Supernal plan on flying a full-scale technology demonstrator Hyundai says their e-VTOL will be safe, clean, accessible and open up new travel routes. THE BUZZ ON CC:  SMART BEEHIVES                            

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane FUTURE OF ELECTRIC SPORTS CARS:  MORGAN'S XP-1                                                                           Source:  Morgan British sports car company Morgan has just revealed a 3-wheel, electric, experimental prototype car that foreshadows the future of electric sports cars.  Here's what we know: It is based on the Morgan Super 3 three wheeler It's a remarkably lightweight, battery powered test model that Morgan will use to develop powertrains and driving characteristics for electric Morgans Designed for aerodynamic efficiencies Lightweight roadster true to its British Morgan roots Has a small 33 kWh electric battery and weighs about 1400 pounds Can travel about 150 miles on a charge Powertrain produces 134 hp delivered to the rear wheel Currently in extensive testing When the XP-1 is considered ready for production, its likely starting price will be above the Super 3's $54,000 Loo